The Holy See has announced the death of Pope Francis on 21st April 2025. The Church now enters an official nine-day period of mourning.
Let us pray for the repose of Pope Francis' soul, that he may know, in full measure, the merciful and loving embrace of the Father, of the one God to whom he gave his life in unstinting service.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
For Parishes:
Below are some liturgical and devotional resources, prepared by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, which may be of assistance in your parish. Prayer cards have been printed for the whole of England and Wales, and will be delivered to all parishes in the next 48 hours.